Open vs Closed Meeting

What’s the difference between an Open meeting and a Closed meeting?

Open meeting = A meeting that is open to those affected by someone else’s drinking and to anyone in the community: observers, students, mental health professionals, etc. Anniversary meetings are often “open” meetings.

Closed meeting = Anyone affected by someone else’s drinking is welcome at any Al-Anon meeting. This describes most Al-Anon meetings.

How can I tell which is which? Meetings listed on the Area 10 website are designated as Open or Closed under the “notes” of each listing. Districts within Area 10 often note Open/Closed on their printed meeting lists. If you are unsure, contact your District’s Group Records chairperson or District Representative.

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